Planning precedent report

The proposed development comprises landscape enhancement works at the Malahide Road entrance to the Pavilions Shopping Centre. This includes the creation of new landscaped areas incorporating existing and new trees, planting and fencing, modular seating pods, modular seating and tree/planting units, the removal and relocation of 3no. existing benches, 2no. new smart bicycle pods (4no. bicycle lockers), 1no. new split double sided and covered ‘Transport Hub’ shelter accommodating 18no. bicycle/scooter parking spaces, a bus stop and integrated advertising panels and associated modifications to entrance concourse, kerb treatments and roundabout planting in this area.

The proposed development comprises a signage zone measuring c.50.51 sq m. containing individual shop name and logo signs (may vary with change of tenants) in stainless steel or aluminium, back lit lettering affixed to existing external terracotta cladding, located at 1st floor level on the eastern elevation of the Pavilions Shopping Centre building.

The development will consist of the installation of a photovoltaic solar array to be mounted on the rooftop of an existing industrial building. The proposed development includes the provision of approximately 1,650 m2 of photovoltaic solar panels, mounting frames, inverters, electrical cabling and all associated ancillary infrastructure. This development is covered by the provisions of the Renewable Energy Directive III (Directive (EU) 2023/2413) and it is important to note that the planning application may be subject to section 34D of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended. When a notice issues in accordance with section 34D(b), the provisions of article 26A of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 to 2025 shall apply.

Shopfront alterations to comprise of: fitting of new branded illuminat

Shopfront alterations to comprise of: fitting of new branded signage (after removal of existing signage) onto existing glazing of unit, replacement of existing ATM with new ATM (location retained). 3 No. internally located digitally marketing LED screens, to be viewed externally through the existing glazing. Minor internal alterations to existing front backing hall to consist of new internal SSBM/ATMs within a new room.

The development will consist of the change of use from the existing Financial Services Use (Class 2a), as previously approved under Planning Permission Ref. No.: F20A/0481, into Retail Use (Class 1).